Serif Normal Folaz 9 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Periodico' by Emtype Foundry, 'Marbach' by Hoftype, and 'PF Adamant Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, pull quotes, magazine, book covers, branding, classic, editorial, literary, formal, confident, emphasis, editorial tone, classic elegance, dramatic contrast, refined texture, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oldstyle, dynamic slant, strong stress.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced diagonal stress and crisp, bracketed serifs. Stems are sturdy and dark while hairlines and joins taper sharply, giving the letterforms a sculpted, calligraphic feel. Counters are relatively open for an italic, and the shapes show a traditional oldstyle influence in the lowercase with lively terminals and a fluid rhythm. Numerals and capitals carry the same energetic slant and contrast, producing a bold, editorial texture with clear word shapes.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where an italic voice is meant to lead. It can work in short to medium passages for editorial applications when a vivid, high-contrast texture is desired, and it also fits branding contexts that call for a classic, literary tone.
The overall tone feels classic and cultivated, with the assertive presence of a display-leaning italic used in bookish or editorial settings. Its strong contrast and confident slant convey sophistication and emphasis, suggesting tradition, authority, and a slightly dramatic elegance.
Designed to deliver a traditional serif italic with emphatic contrast and a refined, editorial rhythm. The goal appears to be a confident, attention-holding italic that balances classical proportions with a darker, more display-forward presence.
The italic construction reads purposeful rather than simply obliqued, with consistent modulation across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. The darkest strokes create a strong horizontal texture in text, while sharp hairlines and tapered terminals add sparkle at larger sizes.